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Nigel Kennedy, Alzheimer's, John Cage

Tom Service talks to violinist Nigel Kennedy about Poland, jazz and football ahead of his Polish Weekend at London's Southbank Centre. Plus the philosophy and music of John Cage.

Tom Service talks to violinist Nigel Kennedy about his passion for Poland, jazz and football ahead of the 'Nigel Kennedy Polish Weekend' at London's Southbank Centre. He also talks to the team of musicians and scientists who are exploring the subject of Alzheimer's disease in a new opera and looks at the music and philosophy of American maverick John Cage through the prism of his seminal piano piece 4'33". Produced by Brian Jackson.

45 minutes

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Sat 22 May 2010 12:15

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  • Sat 22 May 2010 12:15

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